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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1918
Page
3
Alpine and area residents are active with farm supply, business trips, and local notices. Items mention Daisy Bakery advertising dairy and baked goods, El Paso and San Angelo markets, ranchers hiring rangers, and residents traveling to San Antonio and California. Community updates cover births, weddings, church services, military airfield ties, and a fatality near Dryden with train travel context.
The Merkeley Sextette performs at Lyceum Friday evening at wellock with a singing program. A jewelry display accompanies the show offering rings lavallieres and other pieces for inspection and potential purchase or inspiration.
Fragmentary 19th century note describes Judge Van Sickle and Mrs Sickle traveling from Santa Rosa Infirmary to meet Dr Munn in Georgia. The text references money lending to government and mentions paths between San Antonio and Patman Spring with implied political tension.
Trespass notice posted by manager W B Calawell warns that all persons taking wood or grass in O2 pastures will be prosecuted. The notice appears in the local feed and hay operation led by HT Fletcher and manager Fletcher.
The income tax man will visit Marathon for two days on January 20 and at Alpine for three days on January BM. He will assist residents in reporting income to determine tax obligations and ensure compliance under the law. Postmasters or bankers can locate his office. avoid penalties by timely reporting.
Notice warns friends and customers that under present business conditions profits are lower and expenses higher. If rents are not paid by the first of the month, no further credit will be extended. The message emphasizes financial constraints and demand for timely payments.
Lyceum program featured Captain Wood delivering a detailed wartime analysis described as the finest of its kind. Captain Hiene drew attention upon his appearance while Captain Kies Hason Texas was noted, with conjecture about the Bend region in the audience.
The Junior Red Cross movement expands nationwide with new chapters and leadership. Officials urge schools and communities to participate, aiming to boost student service and charitable activity across the United States.
Snow fall cheered 10 youths and locals as the Cemetery Association gathered at the Christian church Monday. The group planned election of new officers and discussed care of the cemetery. Curry of New Mexico visited, aiding efforts and noting the moisture from the weather.
Mrs H W Re Nolds died in Presidio County after an illness. Widower Mrs Labi Js, wife of Me WW, and Mrs Jas, daughter of Dall of Alpine, mourn her loss. Service at Baptist church with Maurer of Marfa officiating. Expanded notice to follow. condolences from Alg edely and Mr and Mrs S M Whitely express sympathy.
The text notes businesses adopting a cash basis and schedules monthly collections at month start with revised prices. It mentions individuals RE Taylor and James R, and places Middlebrowh and WC Mow in reference.
A fragment notes the Masonic Hall offering lodge rooms in West Texas. The text references arrangements and mentions a Star symbol and Grecor details, suggesting a setup for events or meetings.
Rural clue names officers at a choral club meeting held in Alp toon. Guests included Gwendolyn, Thomas, Anne Ham Asell, Charles Ashe emen, Kat Meen Reed, Ani We WF Reed, Leta Ray Heatley. Mrs H W Ferguson accompanied piano. W Gentry retires as secretary. Press reporter noted high power cartridges and an avalanche of hay reported by W F Caldwell.
The report records Red Cross membership totals and campaign activity including 21 magazine members, 185 former members, and volunteers like Mes. Yates and Ms. in leadership roles. It mentions garments, hospital supplies, and a diverse set of donated items while noting a land sale and a volume of prospects in Texas.
Alpine State Bank at Alpine Texas reports closing figures for the bank and assets, including cash, checks on hand, and certified stock values. The notice lists balance totals, securities, and liabilities as of December 191%, with figures for capital stock and reserves.
Fragmentary OCR notes list names and numbers including F. Berkeley, President UW Pergusee, Cashier, and references to a January 191K date. Mentions undivided profits and several unreadable terms with tanks near HIARILE and stock figures. Lacks clear actions or outcomes.
A vintage column prescribes Tuesday as meatless and Wednesday as wheatless each week. It lists a sample breakfast and dinner menu using canned peaches, salmon, vegetables, fried items, and a sponge cake. It also mentions a porkless day shifting to Tuesday and urges adherence to two meatless days weekly.
Fragmentary notice indicates a month of January and a Caldwell based telephone company urging patrons to check bills or contact a collector. The legibility is poor but references to payment prompts and service concerns appear. The piece lacks clear names, dates, or actionable items beyond billing warnings.
A garbled local notes page mentions Alpine Fort Mockton and Fort Stockton, with names like Joe Parker Willie Graet and family of Olton. It references Mrs Shaffer visiting Fort Stockton, a stay at Olton, and cattle movements and ranch activity near the Orient area.
Town residents share travel and family updates as visitors arrive from nearby counties. Mentions include Kalyar visiting Oktah relatives, Mes GW visiting from M to see his mother, and Archie Miller and Annie Rushin moving through Asherton Sierra Blanca and Mar Wells. Local property changes note J. Roberts buying a residence in Mo Wight.
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